The National Weather Service (NWS) in Nashville is keeping a close eye on Middle Tennessee as a flood watch remains in effect through Memorial Day morning, due to potential flooding from excessive rainfall. The areas affected include a wide swath of counties stretching from Stewart to Wilson. As of their last update, the NWS detailed the conditions that could lead to overflows of rivers, streams, and other typically flood-prone areas.
Nashvillians are advised to stay alert for possible flood warnings, with the NWS urging those in susceptible regions to be ready to act should flooding occur. The forecast suggests showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly before 11 a.m. today, with gusts reaching as high as 25 mph. Rainfall amounts are predicted to range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch but could escalate significantly during thunderstorms.
According to the weather forecast for Nashville, the chances of precipitation stands at 90% tonight, with new rainfall amounts eyeing between a half and three-quarters of an inch. Post-storm conditions seem to lighten up on Memorial Day, with a reduced 30 percent chance of showers in the early morning hours followed by mostly sunny skies and a high near 85.
The NWS also reports, that by Tuesday, residents can expect sunny weather with highs in the mid-80s and gusty winds up to 20 mph. Nighttime should bring mostly clear skies with the tranquil wind settling in the evening. Similar conditions hold through the week with sunny days and clear nights until the weekend when chances of showers make a mild comeback.
